Kitronik Craft & Code for the BBC micro:bit

The Kitronik Craft & Code for BBC micro:bit is a fun and engaging way for students to learn about coding as part of wider craft-based projects. Using any version of the BBC micro:bit, this board allows beginners 8+ to design and control various craft projects using MakeCode for micro:bit. MakeCode is an intuitive, block-based coding environment. Everything that is needed is contained within the box, except for the standard classroom craft materials each project requires.

The board has been designed for use with the MakeCode Blocks editor for micro:bit. Kitronik has designed a custom MakeCode extension to support the use of the Craft and Code board in the MakeCode editor. This extension contains all of the blocks required to take control of every aspect of the board and the hardware connected to it.

The kit is supplied with the following hardware; Craft and Code board, a servo, a motor, a pack of crocodile leads, a bulb holder, a bulb, and a finnboard board wheel –for use with the motor in one of the included projects. The hardware is connected to the board using crocodile leads, except for the servo, and the board is clearly marked for connecting the devices. There is a getting started booklet that has two full projects and it walks you through each project step, including creating the code.

Note: Micro:bit, Batteries and a USB cable are NOT included

Features

• The board works with micro:bit V1 & V2.
• The kit is supplied with a servo, a motor, a pack of crocodile leads, a bulb holder, a bulb, and a Finnboard board wheel.
• No tools are required, the included servo connects via a standard connector and all other devices are connected with crocodile leads.
• The board has clear markings to indicate how to connect each device correctly.
• The included printed guide acts as an introduction to the board, MakeCode, coding with the editor, and also includes two projects to work through.
• The projects contain step-by-step guides, including full code examples.
• Kitronik has designed a custom MakeCode extension to support the use of the Craft and Code board in the MakeCode editor.
• The Kitronik Extension features all of the blocks required to take control of the board’s features.
• The board requires 3 x AA batteries, which provide power for the board, the micro:bit, and the connected devices.
• Additionally, there is an onboard on/off switch to help prolong the life of the batteries.

What’s on Board

Specifications

Resources

• Craft and Code Board Datasheet
• Motor Datasheet
• All Craft and Code assets
• Booklet Answers Page

Package Contents

• 1 x Kitronik Craft & Code boards.
• 5 x Crocodile Leads, 1/2 a pack of 10.
• 1 x In-Line Geared TT Hobby Motor with wires – Croc Clips.
• 1 x Mini 180 Degree Resin Gear Servo SG90.
• 1 x MES Lamp Holder (with Plastic Base)
• 1 x MES Bulb 4.5V.
• 1 x Finnboard wheel, for use as a motor accessory.
• 1 x Craft and Code Booklet.